2007 Jeep Liberty vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 2007 Jeep Liberty is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75.
Because 2007 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Liberty | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | Liberty | 75 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 66 L |
